Hi. I’m Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy, and today in the San Luis Obispo dentist blog, I want to look at some of the conditions that may result in jaw pain. Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses, and when these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses…
Restorative Dentistry
Get The Royal Treatment At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS

In need of a crown? At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS, we can provide the exclusive experience you deserve with the dental care necessary. Get discolored teeth brightened and chipped teeth repaired. Receive one critical procedure or full smile makeover. Your wish is our command. Doctor Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy has been serving noble lords and ladies with royal…
Is It All About Flashy Smiles And Trendy Styles?

It’s All About Location If you can’t be in Paris, then bring fashion home to San Luis Obispo. Facial fashion, that is. The pouty, the flashy, the sultry, the glamorous, the gleeful. Our professional dental team is committed to keeping you looking great and feeling confident. We offer a wide variety of dental services for…
Let Your Smile Show Who You Really Are

Let’s talk about the power of a smile. A smile communicates your emotions more precisely than words can ever do. The absence of a smile also sends a clear message. But what if you want to smile but the dilemmas with your teeth prevent you? This is a frustrating condition for many San Luis Obispo…
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile

When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career,…
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer

During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many San Luis Obispo dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider…
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!

Most people who are considering cosmetic dentistry are aware of the cosmetic dental procedures that are frequently advertised in the area. There are porcelain veneers: a custom made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. Veneers can repair small chips and crack in teeth that…
Aesthetic Dentistry Solves Difficult Oral Problems

Do you fear that your smile is beyond repair due to damage or neglect? Rest assured, that may not be true. At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA, we use restorative dentistry to improve smiles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Missing Tooth And Insufficient…
How Do Implant Dentures Work?

Dental implants are an ideal tooth restoration. They can restore anywhere from one to all missing teeth. Dental implants are available at Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA. A dental implant is a titanium post that is inserted into the patient’s jaw. What makes implants so unique is that they actually fuse with…
Bridging The Gap

Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise pleasant smile? At Deborah McNeil-Amorteguy DDS in San Luis Obisbo CA we can fill the gap with a dental bridge, and help you get back your sensational smile! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth. It not only…